Latest News – The Horse
What Do We Know About Rehab Modalities in Horses?
While people might extol the virtues of various rehabilitation modalities, those testimonials rarely rely on the science surrounding the techniques.
Researchers Assess Prevalence of European Parvovirus-Hepatitis
Study: Equine parvovirus-hepatitis, a virus causing fatal liver disease that spreads via vaccines and plasma, has a high prevalence in Germany and probably other European countries.
In The News: Coronavirus
Is equine coronavirus the same or similar to the disease currently making headlines for initially infecting people in China and other countries?
Wisconsin Horse Succumbs to EHM
Four equine herpesvirus-1 exposed horses from Polk County are under official quarantine.
Feeding Horses That ‘Tie Up’ Due to RER
Horses with recurrent exertional rhabdomyolysis require different diets than horses that tie up because of PSSM.
Diet Might Improve Older Mare Fertility
A fatty-acid- and antioxidant-rich supplement approach allowed oocytes to mature and metabolize energy more efficiently.
North Dakota Confirms Additional EHV-1 Cases
The state has confirmed two horses positive in Bottineau County. Six more are presumed positive.
California Miniature Horse Confirmed Positive for EHV-1
This case marks Santa Barbara County’s third on the index premises.
Four Horses Released From EHV-1 Quarantine at Remington Park
Three horses remain under quarantine at the Oklahoma racetrack.
Donkey Skin Trade Threatens Welfare, Populations Worldwide
Derived from donkey skin, ejiao is used in traditional Chinese medicine. Demand for donkeys to meet its growing popularity has put the equids at risk.
California County Pronounced Equine Herpesvirus-Free
All horses at a San Bernardino County premises have completed quarantine requirements.
Shoeing for Sport Horse Injuries
UK researcher: Evidence-based studies are lacking; here are my experiences and shoeing strategies.
2019 Northeast Association of Equine Practitioners Symposium Wrap-Up
The 11th NEAEP symposium emphasized farriers and veterinarians working together for the good of the horse. Read our in-depth coverage in this free report, sponsored by Soft-Ride.
Wisconsin Farm: Blister-Beetle-Infested Hay Kills 15 Horses
The Horse spoke with the farm owner. Learn from her firsthand experience, and find out how to protect your horses.
Antibiotic Eye Injections Halt Lepto-Related Equine Recurrent Uveitis
Intraocular gentamicin injections might be less costly and less invasive alternatives to vitrectomy in horses with early stage ERU, also known as “moon blindness.”
Update on Vesicular Stomatitis
VS spread across eight states in 2019, affecting equine transportation, competitions, and other events. Here’s what we know going into 2020.
